Grace Elizabeth Matherson

Grace Elizabeth Matherson July 16, 1939 – September 10, 2023 Augusta, Ga. – Memorial Services for Ms. Grace (NANA) Matherson, 84, who entered into rest September 10, 2023, at home surrounded by her family will be conducted Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 1 PM (Chance Hydrick Funeral Home) located at 2502 Richmond Hill Road with Rev. Travis Wilkerson officiating. Burial will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park following the service. Ms. Matherson was born July 16, 1939 to the late Mildred L. Hubbard, She has been a resident of Augusta, Ga. since 1963. Ms. Matherson worked at Carole Fabrics as a seamstress for many years before moving into business with Maureen’s Decor Shop making custom made drapes for businesses and other residents of Augusta, Ga. and outlying counties for over 40 years. In her younger years she taught Sunday School at Southside Baptist Church to the 6 and 7 year old children. After retirement Ms. Matherson enjoyed keeping her Grandchildren and watching her soap operas. She enjoyed cooking especially during the holidays but was best known for baking cakes her famous cakes for everyone. Nana will be fondly remembered as a strong Christian woman and wonderful Mother and Nana to her children and grandchildren. In addition to her Mother, she was preceded in death by her husband Nathan Russell Matherson Sr.: a brother Harold Hubbard Jr; Son In Law David D. Johnson, Sr; and Carlene D. Mullens (Mom). She is survived by her son Nathan Russell Matherson, Jr (Lisa) of North Augusta, SC, a daughter Arlene New Johnson of Augusta, Ga.; Sister-in-laws, Ellen Tedder of Rockingham, NC and Kay Amantea of Jacksonville, Florida. Brother-in-laws Joe and Charles Matherson of Chattanooga, Tennessee and a host of nieces and nephews. Also, her fur baby (Dixie Lee). She is also survived by her 7 grandchildren Wendy Chaffin, Christy McGowan, Michelle New Bailey, Sherri Matherson, Nathan Alexander Matherson, Shane Matherson and Amanda Matherson, 13 Great Grandchildren and 6 Great- Great Grandchildren. We would like to give a special thank you to her Great Granddaughter, Jessalyn New for the many years she has stayed and taken care of her Nana and also to Ms. Tina with Trinity Home Health Care for the love and great care she gave to her and her family. The family would like to give an extended Thank You to Dr. Phillip Kennedy for his medical care. Ms. Matherson always considered his words and advise (Golden). Her family will receive friends Saturday, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM at the funeral home prior to service. Pallbearers will be Nicholas Bailey, Keller Pennington and Kash Pennington In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Faith Missionary Baptist Church for the Children and Youth Ministries 276 Hatcher Road Rockingham, NC 28379. Service will be streamed live on Chance and Hydrick's Facebook page. Chance and Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA 30906 www.chanceandhydrick.com

Grace Elizabeth Matherson

July 16, 1939 - September 10, 2023